Trinity Design & Planning

Approval Services & Compliance

BASIX Certificates

All new residential developments in NSW, including new homes, dual occupancies, townhouses, granny flats and some renovations, require a BASIX certificate.

What is BASIX?

BASIX is a mandatory environmental assessment tool used in NSW to ensure residential developments achieve minimum energy and water efficiency standards.

Assessment process

Energy assessment

  • Insulation levels
  • Glazing performance
  • Roof colours
  • Orientation
  • Shading
  • Hot water systems
  • Heating and cooling systems
  • Lighting efficiency

Thermal comfort modelling

We ensure the home meets mandatory NatHERS thermal comfort standards.

Water efficiency

  • Tap flow ratings
  • Shower heads
  • Toilets
  • Rainwater tank capacity
  • Garden irrigation

Who needs BASIX?

  • New homes
  • Dual occupancies
  • Townhouses
  • Residential renovations over $50k
  • Granny flats
  • Major alterations and additions

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